Plant Care Basics
Grow Zone Recommendation: Blazing star, also called Liatris, is a native prairie plant that can be cultivated as a perennial in USDA growing zones 3 to 9.
Sunlight Needs: Blazing star requires plenty of sunlight. Full sun is definitely best, but some varieties will appreciate a little bit of shade.
Watering Needs: These prairie plants are extremely heat and drought tolerant. Provide water when newly planted until established. After that, they’ll require little water. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings.
Average Size: Blazing star grows 1 to 8 feet in height, depending on the conditions and variety. Taller types will need tall neighboring plants to keep them from flopping over. They’ll also grow 1 to 2 feet in width.
Foliage Color: The foliage is blue-green, with purple, pink, or white cones of flowers.
